The Black Horse
15 September 2025
Centrally located in the heart of the village of Braunton, this traditional pub offers hearty meals and Open Cask Ales. Child and dog friendly, there is outside seating available.
Things to do near Barnstaple
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The Black Horse
Centrally located in the heart of the village of Braunton, this traditional pub offers hearty meals and Open Cask Ales. Child and dog friendly, there is outside seating available.
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The Williams Arms
Classic pub food created with excellent ingredients and served with real attention to detail.
3
Arlington Court and The National Trust's Carriage Collection
A Regency house with extensive gardens that is home to a huge collection of period horse drawn carriages, a famous colony of Lesser Horseshoe bats, red deer and peacocks. Carriage rides are available.
4
The Chichester Arms
This traditional thatched village pub is packed with rustic charm. Aiming to serve mouth-watering food concocted from the best local produce, the Chichester Arms is a popular choice for those looking for good pub-grub at reasonable prices. Parking is available and there is outdoor seating for those sunny days.
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Instow Beach
A great beach for children with acres of sand at low tide, shallow waters and usually calm seas. There are plenty of facilities nearby in the village. Dog restrictions apply so please check locally.
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Hunters Inn Pub
Dating back to the 15th century, this pub serves traditional grub for lunch and dinner.
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The Wayfarer Inn
Situated within easy reach of the beach and just off the "Tarka Trail" cycling and walking path, so the perfect place to stop off for refreshments!
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Braunton
The village of Braunton sits perfectly between Branstaple and the fabulous surfing beaches of Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe. This pretty village has lots to offer including a good selection of restaurants, inns, cafes and the obligatory surf shacks. There's even a surf museum to visit!
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Instow
Located where the rivers Taw and Torridge combine and flow into the sea, Instow is a pretty waterside village and perfect for a spot for sailing or windsurfing, and for families to take advantage of the sheltered sandy beaches.
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62 The Bank
This welcoming bistro sits just off the High Street and offers a very warm welcome. It has bright and airy feel and is ideally situated for those seeking a quick coffee or light lunch. It offers an evening menu for those looking for a contemporary eattery.
Things to do near Barnstaple
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The Williams Arms
13 May 2024
Classic pub food created with excellent ingredients and served with real attention to detail.
Arlington Court and The National Trust's Carriage Collection
28 August 2023
A Regency house with extensive gardens that is home to a huge collection of period horse drawn carriages, a famous colony of Lesser Horseshoe bats, red deer and peacocks. Carriage rides are available.
The Chichester Arms
23 July 2023
This traditional thatched village pub is packed with rustic charm. Aiming to serve mouth-watering food concocted from the best local produce, the Chichester Arms is a popular choice for those looking for good pub-grub at reasonable prices. Parking is available and there is outdoor seating for those sunny days.
Instow Beach
17 October 2022
A great beach for children with acres of sand at low tide, shallow waters and usually calm seas. There are plenty of facilities nearby in the village. Dog restrictions apply so please check locally.
Hunters Inn Pub
11 July 2022
Dating back to the 15th century, this pub serves traditional grub for lunch and dinner.
The Wayfarer Inn
4 July 2022
Situated within easy reach of the beach and just off the "Tarka Trail" cycling and walking path, so the perfect place to stop off for refreshments!
Braunton
20 June 2022
The village of Braunton sits perfectly between Branstaple and the fabulous surfing beaches of Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe. This pretty village has lots to offer including a good selection of restaurants, inns, cafes and the obligatory surf shacks. There's even a surf museum to visit!
Instow
7 April 2017
Located where the rivers Taw and Torridge combine and flow into the sea, Instow is a pretty waterside village and perfect for a spot for sailing or windsurfing, and for families to take advantage of the sheltered sandy beaches.
62 The Bank
8 September 2014
This welcoming bistro sits just off the High Street and offers a very warm welcome. It has bright and airy feel and is ideally situated for those seeking a quick coffee or light lunch. It offers an evening menu for those looking for a contemporary eattery.